Thread: New Paddle Strop

Hi all,

I just got (my first) paddle strop from Dovo. It has one side Balsa with red paste on it and the other side is leather with some felt underneith. I got it so I can strop when travelling, but I noticed that the leather side is not straight but curved. The sides of the leather are higher than in the midde, so if I put my razor on top only the sides touch the razor and the blade not the middle..Is this normal? should I do something about it?

Thanks!

That doesn't sound correct. See if you can send it back for a refund. If you want a paddle you'll love, get Tony Miller's super wide padde. I'm sorry, you said for traveling. I think Tony has a travel size one. Check his website. I promise you won't be disappointed...Rich (The Well Shaved Gentleman, Heirloom Razor Strop Company, Straight Razor Shaving Supplier)

He does have a travel paddle box with storage...I may get one myself. I have his hanging strops and a few of his wide paddles...Rich

Thanks zib, I will contact the store and see what they say..

Btw here is a pic of what I mean..I also sent a message to the store with the pic attached.

Here is an update on what happened: I contacted the store and they told me to send it back and they will also refund my expenses! Really great costumer service!

Congrats, man! Nice to hear good customer relations. You might also want to contact Tony Miller. I bought one of his paddle strops. The thing was so beautiful I didn't want to use it!